Maria GormanRochester, Kent 07949100218

riagorman40@gmail.comI hold a valid driving license and am an approved minibus driver

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Punctual and outgoing individual with a caring nature. A good sense of humour and able to communicate with people at all levels of formality (formal and informal). Others would describe me as honest and trustworthy. Reliable and can execute tasks given to perfection. Self-motivated and works well as an individual or part of a team. Always strive to achieve a high standard and work well under pressure meeting tight deadlines. In the last few years I have retaken my Maths GCSE successfully achieving a C grade; this demonstrates my passion to continue my professional development and broaden my career prospects. I have recently completed TEFL Cambridge Course Level 5, as I feel this will help with any prospective vacancies.I have experience of working in the Hospitality and Purchasing sector. Within the Purchasing sector (where I was employed for five years at the Lancaster London Hotel, formally The Royal Lancaster Hotel) I was responsible for holding a one and half million pound budget. I was the main buyer of the 416 room hotel with full control of banqueting and event organisation. My negotiation skills are excellent and my working relationship with external suppliers and stakeholders outstanding. I’m confident to liaise and mediate with providers of services to the Hospitality Industry. Through this experience, I have travelled in Europe to view different hotel operations and have liaised with colleague’s regarding the success of operations, working together to develop winning strategies.Initially, employed at Northfleet Technology College as a Teaching Assistant working with Special Educational Needs students. In 2009, I took the position of Vocational Facilitator requiring me to work with challenging students, monitoring their progress in college. I thoroughly enjoyed watching these students grow, in and out of school, providing satisfaction that through support and guidance even the more academically challenged student’s achieved success. This role also entailed working with external business clients helping them integrate in society and have successful employment prospects.In 2012, promoted to Key Stage 4, Enrichment Co-ordinator which required me to enhance the school curriculum by incorporating trips either in the UK or abroad, inviting outside speakers for a variety of subjects, hosting competitions to help students mix with other schools and colleges to enhance the learning at KS4. I also support Careers and Guidance, Vocational Studies and Work Experience programmes working alongside outside agencies. I’ve recently been asked to be the school’s Business Links Leader and assist with setting up the school’s database of companies that will work with the students to give them a broader and more open view of how the business world works and develops.My knowledge and experience has been beneficial in all aspects of my work, my consistent promotions indicate my strong work ethic and passion for developing my professional career in the education sector and more specifically within the

Business sector. I am always committed to anything I undertake and if you were to employ me for this position, my skills and dedication to the role would ensure success and accomplishment of all tasks to an impeccable standard.

EDUCATIONAL DETAILS

Southfields 1982-87 CSE Maths, English, Geography, French, Biology, Cookery, Art

FURTHER EDUCATION

North West Kent College City & Guilds –Housekeeping 705/1Gravesend/Dartford Cookery 706/ 1+21987/89 Silver Service 707/ 1+2 Communications 361/1 & 362/ 1+2

Wines & Spirits Trust Exam

EXTRA QUALIFICATIONS

Basic Food Hygiene CertificateD32/33 Skills AssessorCity & Guilds 9294 – One to One TrainerGeneral Travel & Tourism CertificateFirst AidGCSE Maths – Grade C – November 2011Drama (Scaffold Tower Building) – December 2011TEFL Cambridge Course Level 5 - February 2016

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Northfleet Technology College (IB World School)Colyer Road, NorthfleetKent, DA11 8BG

April 14

I currently hold the position of Business and External visits Co-ordinator for years 12, 13 and 14 in an English secondary school. Within this role, I’m involved in ensuring that the highest standards of a learning environment are maintained for all students. I ensure that school policies and procedures, particularly relating to Health and Safety are adhered to and regularly updated to meet with the required standards. I have been a main system of support for other leaders, including organising enrichment activities such as training days, trips, external visitors and ensuring that good practice is shared amongst staff at meetings and through professional development sessions. I communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences, including parents, governors and colleagues, both in person or on the telephone, to resolve issues to a mutually satisfactory result. I regularly write articles for the school newsletter which is distributed to parents

and local residents. I ensure website information and on-line articles are regularly updated to reflect the great success that our students have enjoyed. I’ve developed programmes for others to improve their skills through coaching and can lead a team to success through the use of these proficiencies. In my current role I am also responsible for the collection and analysis of data in order to inform future decisions for students and assist in the UCAS process of university applications. I regularly lead meetings and am able to negotiate with and inform other members of staff as to their role and responsibilities within the team. I ensure that staff and students are successful. I have control of a department budget for which I am solely responsible and am able to prioritise the purchase of resources whilst keeping an accurate record of stock and supplies available. In my role I have specialised in supporting young persons with Special Educational Needs, enabling them to meet with success in their choice of progression to a chosen career or university.

EMPLOYMENT CONT.

Feb’05- Present Northfleet Technology College-Teaching AssistantJan’04 – Feb’05 Helen Allison School (National Autistic Society) – Assistant CookApr’03 – Dec’03 Batley’s Pet Products – Customer Services AssistantAug’01 – Apr’03 IKEA – CashierNov’00 – Jan’01 Xmas Temp – CashierNov’95 – Apr’98 Boots the Chemist – Sales AssistantNov’96 – May’97 Moore’s of London - Purchasing/Sales AdministratorOct’91 – Nov’96 Royal Lancaster Hotel – Purchasing AdministratorJan’90 – Oct’91 Lloyds of London – Trainee Catering ManagerJul’89 – Dec’89 J.Lyons – Gatwick Airport – Catering Supervisor

VOLUNTARY WORK

Sunday School Teacher for the under 5’sGirl Guides 1982 -1988Brownies 2006 to now – help out every week assisting young people from the age 7-10.

HOBBIES

Reading, swimming, puzzles, cinema, various types of music, tenpin bowling, socialising with friends and family and travelling.

REFEREES

Available on request.